Crawling Wind
Univers Zéro · 1983
42 min · 6 tracks · progressive rock
A haunting blend of avant-garde textures and intricate melodies that evoke a sense of desolation and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Before the Heat — This track exemplifies the album's thematic depth with its unsettling dynamics and shifts that mirror emotional turbulence, showcasing Univers Zéro's mastery of tension and release.
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Central Belgium in the Dark — With its extended duration, this track immerses listeners in a dense soundscape that captures the essence of isolation and complexity, hallmark traits of the band's style.
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Complainte — The melancholic tones and haunting melodies of Complainte serve as a poignant reflection of despair, highlighting Univers Zéro's ability to convey deep emotions through instrumental music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Crawling Wind showcases intricate compositions and a unique sound that stands out in the progressive rock genre.
What we noticed
- The first track features a slow build with layered instrumentation, gradually introducing dissonant harmonies that set a dark tone.
- The album closes with a solo cello piece that contrasts sharply with the preceding tracks, emphasizing its introspective nature.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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9/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Toujours plus à l'est 5:34
- 2 Before the Heat 4:06
- 3 Central Belgium in the Dark 9:54
- 4 Influences 7:36
- 5 Triomphe des Mouches 9:55
- 6 Complainte 5:28
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